Prepare: The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice (Proverbs 12:15)
Read: Exodus 18:1-27
Understanding your value: War, political unrest and economic scarcity, make people migrate across borders. They are not citizens and they have no rights. The UNO classifies such endangered communities as displaced people. Moses' displacement (3 and also in 2:22) is, however, not an epitaph. God catapults his value. Circumstances don't define us, but He who lives within us (I John 4:4).
Understanding your limitations: Handling responsibilities single-handedly, led Moses to a psychological burn out. And God uses Jethro as His instrument. We also see, on the other hand, the greatness of Moses in taking advice. Instead of claiming a monopoly on God's will, Moses saw wisdom in Jethro's words and implemented the advice given, unlilke most leaders in apex positions today.
God delivered Moses from Pharaoh, but now God had to deliver Moses from himself. No one is infallible. Everyone, no matter how high, is in need of counsel (Proverbs 15:22).
Understanding your people: The backlog of pending decisions also multiplied. People were standing all day to get his help! He had leaders who could reduce his load, but Jethro, alone, pointed out the value of collaborative leadership and delegation. Once this was done, Jethro left. It is clear, that Jethro came just to encourage and counsel. Are you willing to go where God sends you? Are you willing to listen to those whom God sends?
Respond: Where does God want you to go today to direct someone wisely?
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